ON THE TOWNS

Published: April 12, 1998

An opinionated guide to cultural and recreational goings-on around the state this week. To submit items for consideration, write to On the Towns, Sunday New Jersey Section, The New York Times, 229 West 43d Street, New York, N.Y. 10036, or send a fax to (212) 556-7219.

COMMUNITY THEATER OF MORRISTOWN Doc Severinsen and His Big Band. Thursday at 8 P.M. Tickets: $30 to $45. The New Philharmonic of New Jersey presents ''Great Gershwin.'' Saturday at 8:30 P.M. Tickets: $15 to $32. 100 South Street, Morristown.